Donna Hildebrand, a proud 71-year-old retiree from Logan Lake, BC, has made The Salvation Army a key part of her life, continuing a tradition of family generosity that began with her late father, Ben. Donna has been a committed monthly donor to The Salvation Army’s Red Shield for over 14 years, which allows for funds  […]

Human trafficking is a serious human rights violation that affects millions of people worldwide, including many in Canada. The impact of this heinous act, which often involves coercion, fraud and force, affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds, leading to profound physical and emotional trauma.  At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to combating human  […]

As Thanksgiving approaches, a time for gratitude and reflection, we at The Salvation Army in British Columbia are reminded of the growing challenges many in our community face. Rising food costs, inflation, and housing insecurity are pressing concerns for families and individuals who may have never experienced financial hardship before. As a leading provider of  […]

From our earliest days, The Salvation Army has been a beacon of hope for the marginalized and forgotten. Founders William and Catherine Booth dedicated their lives to uplifting society’s most vulnerable, challenging the status quo with a radical message of compassion and equality. This inclusive spirit has defined the organization’s work for generations, as we’ve  […]

Imagine the weight of pregnancy, with a young daughter to care for amidst the chaos of war, all while being a military wife. Now imagine having to flee your homeland due to conflict, leaving your husband behind to serve and starting a new life in a foreign country, with no support, no family, and no  […]

Three years ago, the Maan family lost Vinny during the holiday season. He was a caring son, brother, and a loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. “He would do anything to make the kids happy,” says his sister Pinder. Vinny was known for his love of the Christmas season and enjoyed giving gifts and  […]

Fabio Russo is the friendly face that greets you when you arrive at The Salvation Army’s Harbour Light facility in Vancouver. He’s been working at the front desk for about five years now, but before that he was a client himself. Fabio was born and raised in Montreal. During his younger years, he worked with  […]

Everything in life for Razkia and her family was good in Libya. She had a good job, good home, and a great family. But after the revolution started everything changed … “They were bombing each other, every time you will expect that you will die.” Razkia credits God for helping keep them safe and her  […]

For three decades, drugs and alcohol were Norman’s solution to numb the heartache of abandonment, betrayal, violence and emotional abuse. Then, after meeting his first grandchild, he really wanted to be a positive influence. But could he get serious about recovery and healing the relationships he had with his children? The Effects of Parental Alcoholism  […]

Creating Lasting Memories ’Tis the season for red iconic Salvation Army Christmas Kettles lining the streets of your community. Where you’ll get the chance to meet many of our staff and volunteers giving their time to ring some bells to help us raise vital funds for our programs and services. One of the volunteers you  […]